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How many languages have a dictionary?

It's impossible to give an exact number for how many languages have a dictionary. Here's why:

* Defining a "dictionary" is tricky: What counts as a dictionary? A comprehensive, multi-volume work? A simple vocabulary list? An online resource? The definition affects the count.

* Language variation: Many languages have dialects, and some dialects might have dictionaries while others don't.

* Documenting languages: Many languages, particularly those spoken by smaller communities, are poorly documented and may not have dictionaries.

However, we can make some general observations:

* Large numbers: Thousands of languages likely have some form of dictionary, even if it's not a full-fledged publication.

* More for major languages: Major languages like English, French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese have a plethora of dictionaries, both online and in print.

* Limited for smaller languages: Many smaller languages have only limited dictionaries, if any at all.

In conclusion, while a precise number is impossible to determine, the number of languages with dictionaries is likely very large, but the availability and comprehensiveness of those dictionaries vary greatly.

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